Kharai
Kharai is a village located in Kolaras tehsil of Shivpuri district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Kolaras (tehsildar office) and 37km away from district headquarter Shivpuri. As per 2009 stats, Kharai village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kharai unique in its vibrant Kolaras-Shivpuri region. You’ll see Kharai’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kharai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kharai is 455743. The village spans a total geographical area of 506.7 hectares. Kolaras is nearest town to Kharai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.
Google Map of Kharai
Population of Kharai
According to the 2011 Census, Kharai has a total population of about 2,557, with approximately 1,365 males and 1,192 females. The sex ratio is around 873 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 403 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 696 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 79. The overall literacy rate is approximately 53.50%, with male literacy at about 66.45% and female literacy near 38.67%. There are around 628 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kharai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,557 | 1,365 | 1,192 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 403 | 211 | 192 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 696 | 367 | 329 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 79 | 30 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 1,368 | 907 | 461 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,189 | 458 | 731 |
Connectivity of Kharai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kharai. As per the 2011 stats, Kharai had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kharai
Knowing the nearby villages of Kharai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kharai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kharai
- Where is Kharai located?
- Kharai village is situated in Kolaras Tehsil, within the Shivpuri district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kharai?
- Kharai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kharai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kharai is 2,557, with 1,365 males and 1,192 females.
- How many households are there in Kharai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kharai village has a total of 628 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kharai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kharai is 53.50%. The male literacy rate is 66.45%, while the female literacy rate is 38.67%.